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Mamata Banerjee's government had declared August 16 as Khela Hobey Divas in 2021 following the TMC's assembly election victory. The day was officially promoted as a sports initiative aimed at encouraging young people through football tournaments and the distribution of sports equipment. However, the slogan was an apparent dig as Didi had led her last term campaign with "Khela Hobey" slogan.

He told reporters in Belagavi that none of the 11 members of the temple trust, including a retired government officer, were able to prevent the alleged theft

The Allahabad high court dismissed a woman's maintenance claim against Santosh Kumar. She had begun living with Santosh without divorcing her first husband, Sharda Prasad. The court noted her own admission that no Hindu marriage rites were performed. However, maintenance for their daughter was upheld based on a DNA report. Santosh Kumar's petition was partly allowed by the court's decision.

Until now, we have been repeatedly referring to it as ‘Central Vista’; from now on, please call it the ‘Kartavya Bhawan Complex’ or ‘Kartavya Bhawan Area’, says Union Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Manohar Lal

American Matthew VanDyke, facing terror charges, seeks permission to cook his own meals. He claims Tihar Jail's food is unsuitable and has been on a hunger strike. VanDyke, a former war correspondent, was arrested by the NIA for alleged drone training activities. Tihar Jail follows a fixed diet plan for its over 20,000 inmates. A Delhi court will hear VanDyke's plea for a special diet on July 21.

The J-16 fighter jet of China now features an impressive weapons loadout, enhancing its operational prowess. This new configuration allows it to function as a formidable missile platform in aerial engagements. Meanwhile, the People's Liberation Army Air Force is swiftly advancing its combat aircraft modernization efforts, alongside upgrades to its long-range support capabilities with improved transport and refueling assets, underscoring a strategic shift towards military dominance.

Accusing Japan of interfering in regional affairs and undermining peace and stability, China insisted that its sovereignty over the disputed waters has "never changed" despite the 2016 tribunal ruling. The diplomatic row erupted after Japan, along with the United States, Australia, the United Kingdom, the Philippines and nine other countries, marked the 10th anniversary of the Permanent Court of Arbitration's ruling by reiterating that China's expansive maritime claims have "no legal basis" under international law.

South Korea's Kospi index experienced a significant 7% decline on Monday. Rising Middle East tensions and oil price spikes rattled global investors worldwide. Technology stocks, including SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics, led the sharp fall. The market correction intensified concerns over AI-linked semiconductor company valuations. Despite the recent drop, the Kospi remains a top global performer this year.

The Nifty Realty Index tracks India's listed real estate companies' performance. It comprises ten firms selected by free-float market capitalization and rebalanced semi-annually. DLF, Phoenix Mills, and Lodha Developers hold the largest weights within the index. Companies must meet specific criteria, including trading volume and market capitalization for inclusion. This index serves as a benchmark and basis for financial products, reflecting sector sentiment.

This is the second discharge plea; the first plea was allowed by a magistrate in 2016 but reversed by the High Court in 2025

Chapter XI of the Code provides that the appropriate Government shall set up a worker re-skilling fund, and the employer must contribute to the fund an amount equal to 15 days’ wages last drawn by the worker immediately before the retrenchment

The CAG said audit scrutiny revealed that ₹15,586 crore drawn between January and March 2025 was transferred to Virtual Personal Deposit Accounts (VPDAs)

The Directorate of Educational Research and Training, Meghalaya, has released the MTET 2026 admit card for candidates appearing in the teacher eligibility examination on July 24. The hall ticket can be downloaded using the registration number and password through the official portal. The examination will be conducted in offline mode for Paper I and Paper II. Candidates facing download issues may contact DERT or visit their district DIET centre for assistance with obtaining the admit card.

China is prioritizing non-invasive brain-computer interfaces for future industries. Neuracle Medical Technology's device received regulatory approval for commercial use. Chinese startups are developing ultrasound and sensor-based neural technologies. These companies aim to make neural tech accessible and affordable for many. The nation's coordinated ecosystem supports adoption in rehabilitation and assistive technologies.

Teenage cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi attended the Wimbledon men's singles final. He watched Jannik Sinner win his second Wimbledon title on Sunday. Sooryavanshi was accompanied by former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh. Abhishek Sharma also joined them, recalling his own admiration for Yuvraj. The young player expressed gratitude for Yuvraj's guidance and Sharma's assistance.

The petition said the government’s answer that “new rules are being framed, trust the process” was just not enough

In an exclusive interview with The Hindu, Chief Electoral Officer C. Sudharshan Reddy provides more insights into the ongoing SIR process

Several Indian tourists who were stranded in Vietnam after the tragedy landed in Hyderabad on the night of July 12

Rohit Sharma put in an extensive match-simulation batting session during India's training at Edgbaston ahead of the first ODI against England, while Virat Kohli sharpened his game against both pace and spin before sharing valuable insights with young pacer Gurnoor Brar as preparations gathered momentum.